DK Travel Diary – Explore Uttarakhand
My name is Deepak Tiwari.
I am someone who was born in a city but raised by the mountains. I was born in Delhi, but my childhood was spent in the peaceful valleys of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand, in a small village called Dadhuli, near Ranikhet in the Kumaon region. That place, those quiet mornings, and that simple life—where noise was less and time to think was more—shaped who I am today.
Maybe that is why city noise has never felt comfortable to me.
Because of work and competitive exam preparation, I had to leave the mountains and move to Haldwani. Yes, Haldwani is considered a starting city and is relatively calm, but still, I choose to live close to forests, where the air feels fresh and mornings begin with birds instead of traffic. That is what keeps me connected to the mountains.
Travel is not a luxury for me, it is a necessity.
I love to travel—not just to see places, but to understand people.
Meeting new people, listening to their stories, and seeing the world from their perspective helps me understand life better. I enjoy being among strangers who do not judge, who simply speak honestly.
To be honest, as a child, I believed the world was only as big as what I read in books.
The urge to explore was not strong back then—until a smartphone entered my life.
Around 2016–17, after completing my 12th grade, I got a tablet that could also make calls (yes, that was a big deal at that time). Internet was limited, but YouTube opened unlimited doors. One day, I saw a thumbnail:
“My First Ladakh Ride – Dream Ride.”
That was the moment I realized—the world is not just something to read about, it is something to experience.
Bike, camera, and conversations with myself
My love for bikes started after watching the movie Dhoom, but when I saw someone riding a bike with a camera, talking to himself, showing real views and real emotions, I understood that travel is not just about moving—it is about sharing.
Then the curiosity began:
- What kind of camera is this?
- What does bike CC mean?
- What is moto vlogging?
College days passed. I did not have many friends, but those I had owned bikes or scooters. And then someone said a line that changed everything:
“It’s the last year of college, let’s travel as much as we can.”
We would leave home saying we were going to college—but many times, we never reached the classroom. The roads always took us somewhere else.
First ride, first fear, first addiction
During my master’s degree, I met a friend who was a moto vlogger. I was shy in front of the camera, but slowly the fear faded. Almora, Kumaon, Garhwal—these were no longer just locations, they became memories and emotions.
During COVID, when everything stopped, I watched, learned, and understood more—about travel, moto vlogging, locations, and planning. I started my own YouTube channel, beginning with shorts because camera shyness was still there. Then one day, a long ride on a Pulsar 220 changed everything. From that day, the fear of riding disappeared.
A Garhwal ride of around 250 km (one side) made one thing clear:
When the mood is low—ride the bike
When you are happy—ride the bike
When you are alone—ride the bike
When friends are with you—ride the bike
The bike was no longer just a vehicle; it became therapy.
Why DK Travel Diary – Explore Uttarakhand?
Today, I am back in Haldwani, preparing for exams.
The bike and the mountains are a little far, but my heart still belongs there. And here, I realized that I am not alone. There are many people who:
- love the mountains
- seek peace
- are tired of city noise
That is why DK Travel Diary – Explore Uttarakhand is not just a travel blog or a tour agency.
It is for everyone who:
- sees Uttarakhand not just as a destination, but as a feeling
- respects local culture, stories, and lifestyle
- believes travel is not only for photos, but for finding yourself
Come, travel with me
This is my story—but it can be yours too.
Everyone has a story; they just need a place to live it and share it. If you also feel the call of the mountains, then maybe this blog is meant for you.
Let’s explore Devbhoomi together.
Culture, stories, and peace—all in one journey.
— Deepak Tiwari
DK Travel Diary – Explore Uttarakhand